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Department: Psychology Research Institute – Faculty of Social Studies Deadline: 15 Mar 2026 Start date: October 2026 Job type: full-time | part-time Job field: Science and research MASARYK UNIVERSITY Dean of the Faculty of Social Studies ANNOUNCES A CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR THE PHD POSITION PhD Position: Groups, Social Influence, and the Spread of Attitudes & Behaviors Host: Masaryk University, Department of Psychology, Brno, Czech Republic Research group: Behaviors of Individuals and Groups (BIG lab) Supervisor: Tibor Zingora Position: Full-time PhD PROJECT OVERVIEW People in social contexts, such as adolescents in schools, form social groups that shape daily contact, influence, and norm formation. This PhD project investigates how friendship networks and group boundaries shape the diffusion of attitudes and behaviors (e.g., prejudice-related attitudes, pro-environmental behaviors, academic motivations), and how this knowledge can inform interventions that spread positive change while avoiding unintended consequences. The project relies on longitudinal school network data and advanced quantitative and computational methods. WHAT YOU WILL DO Work with longitudinal classroom network and survey data Contribute to data collection as part of a larger research team Conduct advanced quantitative analyses Develop publishable papers and present at international conferences YOUR PROFILE Strong interest in the project topics  Master’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Education, Data Science, or related field Strong quantitative skills required Network experience appreciated; SAOM/RSiena training provided -Excellent English Willingness to relocate to Brno WHAT WE OFFER A supportive, lively research environment with international collaboration Career development support (publishing support, conference travel, potential internships) Flexible working hours EMPLOYMENT & FUNDING Start: 1 October 2026 Funding combines a standard salary component (32k CZK, taxed) and a PhD scholarship component (16k, tax-free). Residence in Czechia required. We look forward to welcoming a new colleague to Brno, a wonderful and vibrant city in southeast Czechia. HOW TO APPLY Please send a motivation letter (max 2 pages), CV, Master’s diploma (or expected completion), writing sample, and referee contacts. MOTIVATION LETTER SHOULD INCLUDE Research interests and project fit Quantitative background and methods interests One concrete research idea relevant to the project Informal inquiries are welcome—please feel free to contact Tibor Zingora. All information will be processed in accordance with GDPR. Masaryk University is committed to equal opportunity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates Please use the link provided in the Electronic Application section. Application deadline: 15 March 2026

Full-time, Continuing position Salary HEW 9 ($135,978 - $145,693) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus About the Role The Manager, Innovation Programs provides expert advice in innovation practices, programs and frameworks and operational leadership of targeted strategic initiatives that facilitate the translation and delivery of mission-based research. The role will focus on program development and delivery, strategic planning and coordination, stakeholder engagement and pipeline tracking, for key initiatives that feed into RMIT's large-scale initiatives pipeline. This includes supporting RMIT's High Impact-Potential Initiatives (HIPI) Program - a key program that facilitates a unique approach to co-design, mentorship and leadership development, supporting transdisciplinary teams to build capacity and capability to catalyse novel concepts that explore white spaces for interdisciplinary research impact. This role will work closely with RMIT's Enabling Impact Platform (EIP) Directors and Research Partnerships and Translation team to contribute to a high-quality pipeline of RMIT led initiatives. We encourage those with a commitment to helping create impact from research and have a drive to work on groundbreaking initiatives to apply. To be successful for this position, you'll also have: Demonstrated experience developing and delivering innovation practices, programs and frameworks that enhance industry engagement, support translation of research and delivery of mission-based research (experience in supporting academics and researchers would be advantageous). Demonstrated expertise in coordinating and managing the delivery of services and input from internal and external subject matter experts in complex working environments and teams. Demonstrated strong people leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, including capacity to initiate, lead and manage in a challenging and dynamic environment. Excellent communication, influencing and interpersonal skills that support effective working relationships with internal and external groups and individuals at all levels, achieving outcomes through collaboration, negotiation and influence. Please view position description for further selection criteria Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the Portfolio RMIT's Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The portfolio has an engaged, energetic, talented and collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes. With a global presence, community and industry connections, we support cutting- edge research and careers that make a positive impact on communities. The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships, grants and research contracts, funding opportunities, capability development, research training, ethics and integrity, intellectual property, commercialisation, internships, communication and profile. This role sits within the Portfolio's Research & Innovation Capability unit, this unit is responsible for building strategic capability and capacity to drive research excellence and create impact from research. Find out more about research and innovation at RMIT University and the Research and Innovation Portfolio at http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/ To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Jessica Bernardo (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor) via email jessica.bernardo@rmit.edu.au or Professor Swee Mak (Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor Research & Innovation Capability) via email swee.mak@rmit.edu.au. Position Description - Manager, Innovation Programs Applications close on Wednesday 11th February at 11.59pm About RMIT University RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university Why work at RMIT University Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice. We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings Bring Your Whole Self to Work We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond. We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani (Senior Talent Advisor), via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Department: School of Nursing Vacancy ID: 039483 Closing Date: 15-Feb-2026 The Role  Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking excellent academics to join our staff as an Assistant Professor/Lecturer in Clinical Skills and Simulation-Based Education. The persons appointed will have a proven record of teaching, research and publication, appropriate to career stage. They will be expected to make a strong contribution to the teaching programme of the Department and undertake teaching duties on the Department’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as the supervision of Master’s and PhD students. The appointees will be expected to build a strong research profile in clinical skills and simulation-based education, They will be responsible, with other members of the team, for developing and managing the clinical skills and simulation suite whilst teaching therein through a diverse range of modalities including face-to-face in the classroom and skill laboratory (synchronous and asynchronous teaching), simulation and the virtual learning environment. In this role, they will also expand knowledge and practice through research and scholarly activity. Salary  Assistant Professor / Lecturer: €64,753 – €102,539 p.a. (7 points) Assistant Lecturer: €42,099 - €71,998 p.a (14 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 15th of February 2026. Please note all applications must be made via our Online Recruitment Portal at the following link: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/human-resources/vacancies Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University